Placenta Encapsulation
About
Placenta Encapsulation is the basic service of preparing the placenta to be ingested in capsule form. The placenta is cleaned, steamed (optional), thinly sliced then fully dehydrated. It is ground and put into capsules.
Benefits
There are reports that placenta consumption has many health benefits for new moms. Some of the health benefits reported by women include:
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Increased breastmilk supply
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Increased energy
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Boosts to the immune system
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Stops postpartum bleeding sooner
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Assists in shrinking the uterus back to pre-pregnancy size
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Balances hormones
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Alleviates and may prevent postpartum depression and anxiety
Safety
I take care of each and every placenta and it's processing, with the utmost care, respect, and safety it deserves.
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Dedicated work space. All placentas are clearly labeled with clients name and date received, then stored in a dedicated refrigerator with its temperature monitored at regular intervals
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Placentas are kept refrigerated until processing can begin
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I work on only one placenta at a time so that there is no chance of a mix-up
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Dehydration takes place in only a high quality dehydrator with a temperature gauge, never an oven
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Certifications in OSHA standards & precautions, BBP protocol and ServSafe guidelines are strictly adhered to for your protection and mine
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All surfaces are washed and sanitized in bleach solution prior to use
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All personal protective equipment (disposable gloves, aprons, etc.) are used EVERY time
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All surfaces and equipment are washed, sanitized or disposed of between each use
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As many disposable items are used as possible (apron, gloves, bowls, knifes, etc)
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All reusable equipment are sanitized in a bleach solution for at least 10 minutes per OSHA guidelines
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All items receive a clean water rinse to remove bleach residue
